1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 124 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | A 310 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
